Rookie mini-camp should answer some questions

The Dolphins begin their three-day rookie mini-camp at their Davie practice facility today and the experience figures to answer at least a few questions regarding the readiness of their newcomers to step into NFL roles.

First-rounder Jared Odrick has answered his questions. As reigning Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, he’s already proven he should be able to make an immediate impact on the D-line.

No one else comes close in terms of being a finished product. Here are some of the storylines we’ll be watching as the next few days unfold:

— Can second-rounder Koa Misi make the transition from defensive end to outside linebacker? Misi played some OLB at Utah and in the Senior Bowl and impressed, but covering tight ends and running backs in space is a tall order in the NFL.

— Can third-rounder John Jerry contend immediately for the starting left guard spot? Jerry played on the right side at Ole Miss and insists it’s not a big adjustment. But the Dolphins seem to be all but counting on him at that spot.

— Can fifth-rounder Reshad Jones show he’s ready to challenge for the starting free safety spot? GM Jeff Ireland indicated last weekend that second-year man Chris Clemons is the frontrunner, but some draftniks had Jones going as high as the second round, so it’s conceivable he could be in the mix.

— Can seventh-round linebackers Chris McCoy and Austin Spitler contribute on special teams? Both were heart-and-soul players for their college teams but are borderline prospects at the pro level.

— And finally, will this year produce another Devone Bess? An undrafted free agent two years ago, Bess has the most receptions (130) of any player in Dolphin history his first two years in the league.

Today’s workout gets under way at 2:45. We’ll be back with a wrapup by late afternoon.